Panduit PTR3E manual Interface Types, IEEE1284 Parallel Interface, Electrical Specifications

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SECTION 5.

INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

INTERFACE TYPES

The parallel interface for the PTR3E printer is a high speed, bi-directional interface that conforms to the IEEE1284 specification (ECP mode on some computers). The interface is also compatible with the older Centronics parallel interface standard. If it does not detect the correct IEEE1284 signals I the interface connection, it will automatically operate in the standard Centronics mode which is much slower. To use the IEEE1284 parallel interface to its fullest capability requires that the host also have an IEEE1284 compatible interface and that the two be connected with a cable that meets the IEEE1284 specification. If either of these two are not present, the data rate is severely compromised.

In order to provide flexibility in communicating with a variety of host computer systems all “e” printers use a Plug-In Interface Module. The IEEE1284 Interface module is shipped with the printer unless another interface type is specified at the time of the order. A serial interface at a high speed to 57.6k bps is also available.

The Parallel interface will probably be the most useful in communicating with IBM purchase and compatibles. The RS232C Serial interface allows connectivity to a number of other hosts.

WARNING: Never connect or disconnect interface cables (or use a switch box) with power applied to either the host or the printer. This may cause damage to the interface circuitry in the printer/host and is not covered by warranty.

IEEE1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE

The parallel interface for the PTR3E printer is a Plug-In Interface Module that can be installed by the user. It conforms to the IEEE1284 specification. It will automatically detect the IEEE1284 signals and operate in the high speed mode. If it does not detect the IEEE1284 signals, it will operate in the standard Centronics mode, which is significantly slower. For this reason, an interface cable and host interface conforming to the IEEE1284 specification must be present to fully utilize the speed capabilities. This interface also operates bi-directionally and can report the status of the printer back to the host.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Printer Connector

AMP 57-40360 (DDK) or equivalent

Cable Connector

AMP 57-30360 (DDK) or equivalent

Cable

IEEE1284 Parallel, 10 ft. (3 m) or less

Signal Level

High = +2.4V to +5.0V

 

Low = 0V to -0.4V

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PTR3E specifications

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